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TORONTO, Oct. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Allied Gold Corporation (TSX: AAUC, NYSE: AAUC) (“Allied” or the “Company”) is pleased to provide an update on exploration at the Kurmuk Mine in western Ethiopia, highlighting exploration progress and the expansion of the mineralized zones within this highly prospective 30 km by 50 km gold camp. As commissioning and the start of operations at its Kurmuk Mine advance, with first ore to the grinding circuit expected imminently and first gold expected shortly thereafter, the Company is now focused on extending mine life and identifying additional higher-grade ore zones.

Exploration has initially focused on extensions to the two initial open pits, Ashashire and Dish Mountain, and on advancing nearby targets that could become additional mining areas providing further operational flexibility.

The Kurmuk Mine is planned as a conventional open-pit and agitated leaching operation with a life-of-mine production of at least 240,000 gold ounces per year, averaging approximately 300,000 ounces per year in the initial four years.

Highlights^(*)

• Ashashire: hole ASDD227 returned 13.86 m at 10.07 g/t Au, 13.77 m at 9.15 g/t Au and 9.22 m at 8.48 g/t Au from the central core of the deposit. The deposit remains open down-dip below 425 m, and recent grades and widths support the potential to define an underground Mineral Resource.
• Dish Mountain: drilling returned extensions to known lenses, including 16.1 m at 2.9 g/t Au and 14.4 m at 3.4 g/t Au in hole DMDD788. The deposit remains open laterally and down-dip beyond approximately 300 m.
• Hiccup Hill: Resource modelling is progressing at Hiccup Hill, a high-grade zone located on the Tsenge Trend, and 7.5 km south of the plant. As the Kurmuk Mine initially takes advantage of higher-grade mining phases at Ashashire and Dish Mountain, thereby driving higher production in the initial years, an exploration objective has been to find and develop additional sources of higher-grade material to sustain higher production levels for longer. Hiccup Hill represents a potential source of such higher-grade material and is the most advanced among similar high-grade targets along the Tsenge Trend.
• Tsenge Trend: drilling results indicate that high-grade zones appear to repeat along its 9 km long trend, with 80.09 m at 1.53 g/t Au at Kiftet (TSDD052), 10.27 m at 3.78 g/t Au at Setota (TSDD066) and 9.0 m at 4.23 g/t Au at Bumblebee (TSRC006). An initial Mineral Resource estimate for Kiftet and Hiccup Hill is expected by the first half of 2027, along with exploration activities to confirm and  extend the other high-grade zones along the trend.
• Regional targets: drilling at Urchin, adjacent to the Ashashire haul road, returned 3.0 m at 18.52 g/t Au demonstrating the potential in the system to produce high-grade mineralization. A field review is planned for the fourth quarter at Agu and Ahushu, neither of which has been drill-tested previously but both show strong surface mineralization and prospectivity.

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* Intercepts in this release are reported as drilled lengths at a 0.3 g/t Au cut-off. Estimated true widths vary from 60% to 95% of drilled length, except for the Dul Mountain intercepts, where estimated true widths are unknown, and as otherwise stated for the Western Prospects.

Dish Mountain and Ashashire Growth

Exploration in 2026 has delivered down-dip and strike extensions to the mineralized zones at the Dish Mountain and Ashashire open pits, confirming the potential to expand the current Proven and Probable Mineral Reserves⁽¹⁾ of 2.7 million ounces. Dish Mountain continues to demonstrate incremental resource growth potential, with recent drilling successfully extending known gold-bearing zones and identifying favourable geological targets. The 1,600 m by 500 m deposit remains open at depth and laterally, offering opportunities to further expand the mineralized footprint and pit limits. Ashashire continues to deliver exceptional high-grade gold results, including 13.86 m at 10.07 g/t Au, with higher-grade mineralization extending approximately 750 m along strike below the current pit extents. The deposit remains open at depth and along strike, offering significant exploration upside and strong potential for both open-pit expansions and an underground Mineral Resource. Ongoing drilling and next year’s resource update position both Dish and Ashashire as contributors to future Mineral Resource growth and value creation.

High-grade Zones along the Tsenge Trend

The 9 km Tsenge Trend, which is significantly longer in strike length than either Ashashire or Dish Mountain, is emerging as a significant growth opportunity, with multiple high-grade gold discoveries highlighting substantial resource potential (see Figure 1). As the Kurmuk Mine initially takes advantage of higher-grade mining phases at Ashashire and Dish Mountain, thereby driving higher production in the initial years, these new high-grade zones are aligned with the exploration objective of finding and developing additional sources of higher-grade material to sustain higher production levels for longer. Resource modelling is progressing at the high-grade Hiccup Hill zone, the most advanced among similar high-grade targets along the Tsenge Trend, while positive results at Kiftet, Setota and Bumblebee point to multiple high-grade zones along Tsenge, thereby providing good potential for meaningful additional upside and operational flexibility to help sustain a long-term production profile of 300,000 ounces per year. An initial Mineral Resource estimate for Kiftet and Hiccup Hill is expected by the first half of 2027, along with exploration activities to confirm and extend the other high-grade zones along the trend.

Figure 1: Kurmuk Plan Map

Regional Exploration

During 2026, the Company began advancing work at regional targets at its Kurmuk Mine, obtaining encouraging high-grade results at Urchin and the Western Prospects, while other large, underexplored gold anomalies at Agu, Ahushu and Dul Mountain are planned to be advanced progressively starting in late 2026. Allied believes these targets are highly prospective, and the upcoming work provides opportunities to potentially define material new deposits within trucking distance to the processing plant, expanding the resource base which could potentially support additional mill feed; extend mine life; and support long-term strategic production targets.

Outlook

The focus for exploration at the Kurmuk Mine is evolving from deposit-scale zone definition and extension to nearby priority targets such as Tsenge, which are demonstrating near-term, higher-grade resource discovery potential. Going forward, exploration will continue to prioritize these near-term opportunities with increasing sequential focus on new targets, including Agu, Ahushu and Dul Mountain, along with continued evaluation of Urchin and Western Prospects. While advancing these exploration targets, initial drill target development data will be collected over the new Azali and Agazen targets located in the southern and northern portions of the property (see Figure 10 for location), respectively, and over the eastern half of the property, where limited exploration has been carried out.

Technical Discussion

Since October 2025, 149 holes totalling 28,003 m of drilling have been completed, with a focus on extending known zones at depth and along strike and on exploring new targets. Results are presented below for Dish Mountain and Ashashire, the Tsenge Trend and the regional targets shown in Figure 1.

Dish Mountain and Ashashire Extensions

At both Dish Mountain and Ashashire, drilling continues to intersect lateral and vertical extensions of the deposits, with the limits of the mineralized systems remaining open supporting the potential to expand the current pit limits and define an underground resource, particularly at Ashashire. Drilling continues at the south end of Ashashire and, at Dish Mountain, along the southwest side of the deposit and at deposit-proximal targets.

Dish Mountain

• Dish Mountain is a 1,600 m by 500 m, multi-lens deposit that remains open down-dip beyond approximately 300 m and laterally.
• Drilling in 2026 returned extensions to known lenses and provided insight into which geological units are preferential hosts for gold mineralization.
• Incremental additions to current Mineral Resources are expected. Figure 2 shows the recent intercepts at Dish Mountain and its simplified geology, and Figure 3 shows a reference section.
• Selected new drill highlights are presented in the table below.

Prospect	Hole ID	From (m)		To (m)		Length (m)		Au (g/t)
Dish Mountain	DMDD788	265.8		280.3		14.4		3.4
Dish Mountain	DMDD788	195.6		211.7		16.1		2.9
Dish Mountain	DMDD779	44.72		52.75		8.03		5.4
Dish Mountain	DMDD778	235.0		245.8		10.8		3.1
Dish Mountain	DMDD788	126.6		145.4		18.8		1.5
Dish Mountain	DMDD780	140.4		146.6		6.23		4.5
Dish Mountain	DMDD777	316.3		326.0		9.69		2.5

Figure 2: Dish Mountain Geology and 2026 Drilling

Figure 3: Dish Mountain Reference Section

Ashashire

• Ashashire is a 1,300 m by up to 170 m wide collection of mineralized lenses that remains open down-dip below 425 m depth and, to a lesser extent, along strike. To date, Ashashire has returned more higher-grade intercepts than the other exploration targets on the property.
• Hole ASDD227 returned three exceptional intercepts from the central core of the deposit: 13.86 m at 10.07 g/t Au, 13.77 m at 9.15 g/t Au and 9.22 m at 8.48 g/t Au. Adjacent holes suggest that higher gold grades can be traced for approximately 750 m along strike (Figures 4 and 5).
• The grades and widths returned support the potential to define pit expansions or an underground Mineral Resource.
• Flat-plunging hydrothermal breccias that contain higher-than-average gold grades have been modelled. Locally strong potassic alteration and elevated levels of tellurium, silver and molybdenum are noted, suggesting a potential magmatic source for the gold mineralization and a style of mineralization that has not previously been explored or recognized at Kurmuk.
• Recent holes targeting the depth extent of the deposit intersected mineralization where expected, with an updated Mineral Resource expected in 2027. Current holes are testing for extensions of the deposit to the south. A summary of recent drill composite highlights is presented in the table below.

Prospect	Hole ID	From (m)		To (m)		Length (m)		Au (g/t)
Ashashire	ASDD227	379.00		392.86		13.86		10.07
Ashashire	ASDD227	395.00		408.77		13.77		9.15
Ashashire	ASDD227	323.07		332.29		9.22		8.48
Ashashire	ASDD248	406.13		421.33		15.20		4.58
Ashashire	ASDD228	315.40		327.94		12.54		4.40
Ashashire	ASDD231	282.45		287.53		5.08		9.78
Ashashire	ASDD231	237.60		261.35		23.75		1.82
Ashashire	ASDD245	301.73		308.76		7.03		5.74
Ashashire	ASDD244	254.72		264.46		9.74		4.04
Ashashire	ASDD236	294.30		298.83		4.53		8.48
Ashashire	ASDD232	402.09		405.00		2.91		12.28
Ashashire	ASDD235	324.81		333.83		9.02		3.89
Ashashire	ASDD245	386.65		398.70		12.05		2.83

Figure 4: Ashashire Plan View, Recent Results

Figure 5: Ashashire Cross-section

Tsenge Trend – High-Grade Zones Being Defined

The Tsenge Trend is a 9 km long gold-in-soil anomaly (Figure 6). Drilling and modelling to date indicate that high-grade zones appear to repeat along the trend. Hiccup Hill, at the south end of the trend, is the most advanced of these zones, with additional strong mineralization identified immediately to the north at Kiftet and Setota and, most recently, at Bumblebee.

Figure 6: Tsenge Trend, Southern Half, Drill and Trench Highlights

• Hiccup Hill: Resource modelling is progressing at the high-grade Hiccup Hill area, which is located 7.5 km south of the plant. Recent intercepts include 6.8 m at 7.46 g/t Au (TSDD050) and 8.12 m at 4.21 g/t Au (TSDD047). Drilling continues with the goal of expanding this mineralized zone to the northeast, towards Kiftet and Setota (Figure 7).

Figure 7: Hiccup Hill, Kiftet and Setota Detail Plan Map
             

• Kiftet: the next high-grade target identified lies immediately northeast of Hiccup Hill. Hole TSDD052 returned 80.09 m at 1.53 g/t Au, 27.60 m at 1.32 g/t Au and 6.72 m at 6.75 g/t Au (Figure 8). Five more holes, with a sixth in progress, have been drilled to define the strike and up-dip extent of this zone. The higher-grade portion of this zone has a strike length of up to 120 m with the zone traceable for approximately 300 m. A Mineral Resource for Kiftet and Hiccup Hill is expected to be completed by the first half of 2027.

Figure 8: Kiftet Zone Summary Section

• Setota: a new, high-grade zone of mineralization was intersected in hole TSDD066, which returned 40.50 m at 1.17 g/t Au, 10.27 m at 3.78 g/t Au and 1.28 m at 69.77 g/t Au (Figure 9). The mineralization style in this hole is similar to that observed at Kiftet, although the relationship between the two zones remains to be determined. This hole was an 80 m southwest step-up from a previously reported intercept of 10.49 m at 1.85 g/t Au. Setota is an approximately 500 m long zone with locally higher grades and greater widths.

Figure 9: Setota Summary Section

• Bumblebee: a new zone of stronger gold mineralization approximately 3.5 km northeast of Hiccup Hill, where hole TSRC006 returned 9.0 m at 4.23 g/t Au. Follow-up drilling has commenced.
• Ongoing work: follow-up drilling is being carried out at Setota and Bumblebee Hill. Drilling is focused both on the definition of zones of better mineralization and on continued reverse circulation step-out and infill drilling along the trend. To date, 24 RC holes have been completed, with assays presented for 13 holes. Gold mineralization was intersected in 11 of the 13 holes returned to date.
• Select Tsenge Trend drill hole composites are presented in the following table.

Prospect	Hole ID	From (m)		To (m)		Length (m)		Au (g/t)
Tsenge – Hiccup Hill	TSDD050	122.68		129.48		6.80		7.46
Tsenge – Hiccup Hill	TSDD047	186.73		194.85		8.12		4.21
Tsenge – Kiftet	TSDD052	137.26		217.35		80.09		1.53
Tsenge – Kiftet	TSDD052	240.40		268.00		27.60		1.32
Tsenge – Kiftet	TSDD052	270.08		276.80		6.72		6.75
Tsenge – Setota	TSDD066	137.10		177.60		40.50		1.17
Tsenge – Setota	TSDD066	180.73		191.00		10.27		3.78
Tsenge – Setota	TSDD066	230.29		231.57		1.28		69.77
Tsenge – Bumblebee	TSRC006	101.00		110.00		9.00		4.23

Other Targets – Regional Exploration

Exploration in 2027 will continue to expand outward from the core deposits to known targets across the property (Figures 1 and 10), with the support of an airborne magnetic survey, permission pending, planned for the fourth quarter of 2026.

Figure 10: Kurmuk Property Soil and Stream Sediment Compilation

• Urchin: located 2 km west of Ashashire, adjacent to the Ashashire haul road. Prospecting, soil sampling, and trenching had outlined a 400-metre-long target that returned up to 9.0 metres at 5.29 g/t Au in trenches. A 2026 drill program of 10 shallow holes totalling 1,102 metres returned best intercepts of 3.0 m at 18.52 g/t Au and 5 m at 3.96 g/t Au from a shallow, east-dipping zone (Figure 11).

Figure 11: Urchin Compilation Plan
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• Western Prospects: three target areas located 1.5 to 3.5 km west of Dish Mountain, the longest with a soil anomaly of approximately 2.5 km. Scout drill testing at the southern portion of the three gold-mineralized trends comprised 25 holes totalling 3,005 m and returned generally narrow intercepts, with the best returning 25.0 m at 1.97 g/t Au (estimated true width 5 m, Figure 12).

Figure 12: Western Prospects Compilation Plan
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• Agu and Ahushu: These targets represent 1.0 km to 1.5 km scale gold-in-soil anomalies of greater than 400 ppb gold, located 4 km south and southeast of the Ashashire Deposit. Shallow portions of both targets have been exploited by artisanal miners with neither having been drill-tested. Previous grab samples returned 13.15 g/t Au at Ahushu and 3.37 g/t Au at Agu.
• Dul Mountain: an open-ended gold-in-soil anomaly of greater than 100 ppb gold, measuring approximately 2.0 km by 3.0 km and centred 7 km south of the Ashashire Deposit. It has been tested by a few holes and trenches, with trench intercepts up to 18 m at 4.87 g/t Au. The anomaly covers a larger area than the combined Dish Mountain and Ashashire Deposits and is believed to be similarly prospective.
• Property scale: Very anomalous Au-in-silt values, with no follow-up to date, lie in the central, south and west portions of the property (Figure 10) with essentially no work completed to date on the eastern half of the property. Follow-up to these regional scale targets will commence in 2027.

Outlook and Next Steps

Gold mineralization requiring follow-up has been intersected at all targets drilled, namely Ashashire, Dish Mountain, Tsenge, Urchin and the Western Prospects. The near-term next steps of the program are summarized below:

• Scout and infill drilling along the Tsenge Trend is ongoing and likely to extend into 2027.
• Core and reverse circulation drilling is being carried out to test near-surface gold-bearing zones proximal to Dish Mountain.
• Drilling is being carried out along the proximal projected strike of the Ashashire trend, with a focus on untested gold-in-soil anomalies.
• Induced polarization geophysical surveys capable of imaging to a depth of 400 m are scheduled to start along the Tsenge Trend and over portions of the Ashashire Deposit in late 2026. At Tsenge, the goal is to define larger, stronger zones of sulphidation and quartz veining; at Ashashire, the goal is to define the system’s extents and potentially identify extensions of the higher-grade portions.
• Follow-up drilling at Urchin, and trenching and follow-up drilling at the Western Prospects, are proposed for 2027.
• Exploration, including drill testing, is expected to be initiated at Agu and Ahushu in 2027, following an initial field review planned for October 2026.

The results to date and near-term planned activities demonstrate progress toward the Company’s five-year exploration objectives for Kurmuk outlined in its November 2025 exploration update, including its objective of growing Mineral Resources to more than 5 Moz. The Company also continues to focus on identifying and developing higher-grade ore sources to increase operational flexibility, sustain higher production levels for longer and support its objective of extending mine life beyond 15 years.

Detailed Drill and Target Data

Detailed exploration results can be found via the following links.

• Drillhole collar table: link
• Trench centre table: link
• Trench intercept table: link
• Drilling intercept table: link

Qualified Person

All scientific and technical information in this press release has been reviewed and approved by Don Dudek, P.Geo., Chief Exploration Officer, who is a Qualified Person as defined under National Instrument 43-101.

End Notes

(1)	See Allied Gold’s Mineral Reserve and Mineral Resource estimates and accompanying notes at the end of this press release.

Sampling and QA/QC Procedures

All exploration work at Kurmuk follows industry-standard sampling, assay, and QA/QC protocols. RC samples are collected at one-metre intervals and split using a 75:25 riffle splitter. Diamond core is cut in half and sampled systematically. Quality control samples (certified reference materials, blanks, and field duplicates) are inserted at a ratio of 1:20. A significant amount of the assay sample preparation is carried out at site with overflow samples directed to an ALS sample prep site in Addis Ababa. Samples are ground to 85% passing 75 µm. Re-assays, of an entire batch of 10 to 20 samples, are required when standards return >3SD outside of the expected results and if blanks contain >10x the detection limit.

All assays are performed externally at ALS using a 50 g fire assay. Laboratories are audited annually and maintain high standards of analytical accuracy. Data management and validation are maintained through the Company’s Fusion database platform.

Historic Dul Mountain trenching and drilling were carried out by Golden Star. Golden Star’s work was carried out in the early to mid-1990s, and while referenced in this release, Allied has not validated the assay results, which are only presented herein as added support for the prospectivity of the target. Trenching and drilling carried out over the Western Prospects were completed by AME, and, as with the Golden Star assay results, Allied has not validated these results.

About Allied Gold Corporation

Allied is a Canadian-based gold producer with a significant growth profile and mineral endowment, operating a portfolio of three producing assets and development projects located in Côte d’Ivoire, Mali, and Ethiopia. Led by a team of mining executives with operational and development experience and a proven track record of creating value, Allied is progressing through exploration, construction, and operational enhancements to become a mid-tier, next-generation gold producer in Africa, and ultimately, a leading senior global gold producer.

For further information, please contact:

Allied Gold Corporation
Royal Bank Plaza, North Tower
200 Bay Street, Suite 2200, Toronto, ON M5J 2J3 Canada
Email: ir@alliedgold.com

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This press release uses the terms “Measured”, “Indicated” and “Inferred” Mineral Resources as defined in accordance with NI 43-101. United States readers are advised that while such terms are recognized and required by Canadian securities laws, the United States Securities and Exchange Commission does not recognize them. Under United States standards, mineralization may not be classified as a “reserve” unless the determination has been made that the mineralization could be economically and legally produced or extracted at the time the reserve calculation is made. United States readers are cautioned not to assume that all or any part of the mineral deposits in these categories will ever be converted into reserves. In addition, “Inferred Resources” have a great amount of uncertainty as to their existence, and as to their economic and legal feasibility. It cannot be assumed that all or any part of an Inferred Resource will ever be upgraded to a higher category. United States readers are also cautioned not to assume that all or any part of an Inferred Mineral Resource exists or is economically or legally mineable.

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NOTES ON MINERAL RESERVES AND MINERAL RESOURCES

Mineral Resources are stated effective as at December 31, 2025 and March 31, 2026, and are estimated in accordance with the 2014 CIM Standards and 43-101. Where Mineral Resources are stated alongside Mineral Reserves, those Mineral Resources are inclusive of, and not in addition to, the stated Mineral Reserves. Mineral Resources that are not Mineral Reserves do not have demonstrated economic viability.

Mineral Reserves are stated effective as at December 31, 2025 and March 31, 2026 and estimated in accordance with CIM Standards and NI 43-101. The Mineral Reserves:

• are inclusive of the Mineral Resources which were converted in line with the material classifications based on the level of confidence within the Mineral Resource estimate;
• reflect that portion of the Mineral Resources which can be economically extracted by open pit methods;
• consider the modifying factors and other parameters, including but not limited to the mining, metallurgical, social, environmental, statutory and financial aspects of the project;
• include an allowance for mining dilution and ore loss.

Mineral Reserve and Mineral Resource estimates are shown on a 100% basis. Designated government entities and national minority shareholders hold the following interests in each of the mines: 20% of Sadiola, 35% of Korali-Sud, 10.1% of Bonikro and 15% of Agbaou. Only a portion of the government interests are carried. The Government of Ethiopia is entitled to a 7% equity participation in Kurmuk once the mine enters into commercial production and certain governmental commitments such as public road upgrades and installation of a power line are complete.

The Mineral Resource and Mineral Reserve estimates for each of the Company’s mineral properties have been approved by the qualified persons within the meaning of NI 43-101 as set forth below:

Mineral Property	Qualified Person of Mineral Reserves	Qualified Person of Mineral Resources
Sadiola Mine	Esteban Chacon, Ing. Chilean Mining Commission	Alejandro Garrone, MAusIMM (CP)
Korali-Sud Mine	Esteban Chacon, Ing. Chilean Mining Commission	Alejandro Garrone, MAusIMM (CP)
Kurmuk Project	Esteban Chacon, Ing. Chilean Mining Commission	Chelsey Protulipac, P.Geo
Bonikro Mine	Esteban Chacon, Ing. Chilean Mining Commission	Chelsey Protulipac, P.Geo
Agbaou Mine	Esteban Chacon, Ing. Chilean Mining Commission	Chelsey Protulipac, P.Geo

Mineral Reserves (Proven and Probable)

The following table sets forth the Mineral Reserve estimates for the Company’s mineral properties at December 31, 2025, unless otherwise noted.

	Proven Mineral Reserves			Probable Mineral Reserves			Total Mineral Reserves
	Tonnes (kt)	Grade  (g/t)	Content (k ounces)	Tonnes (kt)	Grade  (g/t)	Content (k ounces)	Tonnes (kt)	Grade  (g/t)	Content (k ounces)
Sadiola Mine	37,164	1.17	1,400	104,664	1.61	5,411	141,827	1.49	6,811
Korali-Sud Mine	1,658	0.68	36	1,275	1.56	64	2,933	1.06	100
Kurmuk Project	7,893	1.28	324	56,057	1.32	2,382	63,950	1.32	2,706
Bonikro Mine*	6,511	0.88	182	25,754	1.32	1,095	32,266	1.23	1,278
Agbaou Mine*	3,046	1.12	110	6,904	1.34	297	9,950	1.27	407
Total Mineral Reserves	56,272	1.13	2,052	194,654	1.48	9,249	250,926	1.40	11,302

*Bonikro and Agbaou as of March 31, 2026

Notes:

• Mineral Reserves are stated effective as at December 31, 2025 or March 31, 2026 and estimated in accordance with CIM Standards and NI 43-101.
• Shown on a 100% basis.
• Reflects that portion of the Mineral Resource which can be economically extracted by open pit methods.
• Considers the modifying factors and other parameters, including but not limited to the mining, metallurgical, social, environmental, statutory and financial aspects of the project. Readers are referred to the Sadiola Mine technical report dated June 12, 2023, the Kurmuk Project technical report dated June 9, 2023, the Bonikro Mine technical report dated July 5, 2023 and the Agbaou Mine technical report dated July 5, 2023, all available on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca.

Sadiola Mine:

• A base gold price of $2,000/oz was used for the pit optimization, with the selected pit shells using values of $2,000/oz (revenue factor 1.0 for all oxides, north and satellite pits) and $1,700/oz (revenue factor 0.85) for the Sadiola Main fresh rock zone
• The cut-off grades used for Mineral Reserves reporting were informed by a $2,000/oz gold price and vary from 0.26 g/t to 0.69 g/t for different ore types due to differences in recoveries, costs for ore processing and ore haulage

Kurmuk Project:

• A base gold price of $1,700/oz was used for the pit optimization, with the selected pit shells using values of $1,530/oz (revenue factor 0.90) for Dish Mountain and $1,300/oz (revenue factor 0.76) for Ashashire
• The cut-off grades used for Mineral Reserves reporting were informed by a $1,700/oz gold price and vary from 0.36 g/t to 0.49 g/t for different ore types due to differences in recoveries, costs for ore processing and ore haulage

Bonikro Mine:

• A base gold price of $2,000/oz was used for the pit optimization (revenue factor 1.00)
• The cut-off grades vary from 0.46 to 0.57 g/t Au for different ore types due to differences in recoveries, costs for ore processing and ore haulage
• A base gold price of $2,300/oz was used for the Mineral Reserves for the Oumé Deposit:
• Cut-off grades are considered minimum cut-off grades, calculated at 2000 US$/oz, ranging from 0.54 to 0.71 g/t across different ore types due to differences in recoveries, ore processing costs, and ore haulage

Agbaou Mine:

• A base gold price of $2,300/oz was used for the pit optimization (revenue factor 1.00)
• The cut-off grades vary from 0.37 to 0.48 g/t Au for different ore types due to differences in recoveries, costs for ore processing and ore haulage.

Mineral Resources (Measured, Indicated, Inferred)

The following table sets forth the Measured and Indicated Mineral Resource estimates (inclusive of Mineral Reserves) for the Company’s mineral properties at December 31, 2025, unless otherwise noted.

	Measured Mineral Resources			Indicated Mineral Resources			Total Measured and Indicated
	Tonnes (kt)	Grade  (g/t)	Content (k ounces)	Tonnes (kt)	Grade  (g/t)	Content (k ounces)	Tonnes (kt)	Grade  (g/t)	Content (k ounces)
Sadiola Mine	49,326	1.06	1,686	158,434	1.55	7,872	207,760	1.43	9,557
Korali-Sud Mine	2,117	0.68	46	5,863	1.11	209	7,980	1.00	256
Kurmuk Project	7,748	1.45	361	64,969	1.44	3,002	72,717	1.44	3,363
Bonikro Mine*	8,099	1.13	294	31,795	1.38	1,411	39,894	1.33	1,705
Agbaou Mine*	4,665	1.29	194	7,269	1.63	382	11,934	1.50	576
Total Mineral Resources (M&I)	71,955	1.11	2,581	269,330	1.50	12,876	340,285	1.41	15,457

*Bonikro and Agbaou as of March 31, 2026

The following table sets forth the Inferred Mineral Resource estimates for the Company’s mineral properties at December 31, 2025, unless otherwise noted.

	Inferred Mineral Resources
	Tonnes (kt)	Grade (g/t)	Content (k ounces)
Sadiola Mine	45,547	1.13	1,656
Korali-Sud Mine	1,209	1.66	65
Kurmuk Project	4,988	1.35	217
Bonikro Mine*	1,659	1.65	88
Agbaou Mine*	100	2.08	7
Total Mineral Resources (Inferred)	53,503	1.18	2,033

*Bonikro and Agbaou as of March 31, 2026

Notes:

• Mineral Resources are estimated in accordance with CIM Standards and NI 43-101.
• Shown on a 100% basis.
• Are inclusive of Mineral Reserves. Mineral Resources that are not Mineral Reserves do not have demonstrated economic viability.
• The Sadiola and Korali Sud Mineral Resource Estimates range from 0.23 to 0.58 g/t Au cut-off grade, constrained within an US$2,300/oz pit shell and depleted to December 31, 2025
• For Bonikro and Hire deposits, Mineral Resources were constrained to an optimized pit shell using a price assumption of US$2,300/oz gold. For the Oumé deposit, Mineral Resources were constrained to an optimized pit shell using a price assumption of US$2,400/oz gold. Cut-off grades varied by material type considering mining and processing costs, and open pit cut-off grades range from 0.37 to 0.48 g/t gold and depleted to March 31, 2026.
• For Agbaou Mineral Resources were constrained to an optimized pit shell using a price assumption of US$2,400/oz gold. Cut-off grades varied by material type considering mining and processing costs, and open pit cut-off grades range from 0.36 to 0.46 g/t gold and depleted to March 31, 2026.
• The Kurmuk Mineral Resource Estimates range from 0.37 to 0.49 g/t Au cut-off grade and constrained within an US$2,300/oz pit shell and depleted to December 31, 2025
• Considers the modifying factors and other parameters, including but not limited to the mining, metallurgical, social, environmental, statutory and financial aspects of the project. Readers are referred to the Sadiola Mine technical report dated June 12, 2023 , the Kurmuk Project technical report dated June 9, 2023, the Bonikro Mine technical report dated July 5, 2023 and the Agbaou Mine technical report dated July 5, 2023, all available on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca.

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TORONTO, Oct. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — NowVertical Group Inc. (TSXV: NOW) (the “Company” or “NowVertical“) is pleased to announce the appointment of Andre Garber as Chief Executive Officer of the Company, following his appointment as Interim Chief Executive Officer in June 2026. The Company is also pleased to announce that it engaged Clarus Securities Inc. as sole agent and bookrunner (the “Agent“), in connection with a “best efforts” brokered private placement for aggregate gross proceeds of up to $15,100,000 (the “Offering”).

After conducting an executive search and assessing Mr. Garber’s past performance and contributions as Interim Chief Executive Officer and his in depth knowledge of the Company’s business and operations having previously served as the Company’s Chief Development Officer, the board of directors of the Company determined that Mr. Garber is the right person to serve as Chief Executive Officer and is uniquely positioned to lead the Company going forward.

In addition, the Company has engaged the Agent in connection with the Offering pursuant to which the Company will offer for sale up to (i) 42,500,000 units of the Company (each, a “Unit“), at a price of $0.12 per Unit, for gross proceeds of up to $5,100,000, and (ii) 10,000 convertible debenture units of the Company (the “Convertible Debenture Units“) for gross proceeds of up to $10,000,000.

VRG Capital, a Toronto-based group of family offices, will form the lead investors in the Offering.

Elaine Kunda, Chair of NowVertical commented “When the Board considered NowVertical’s capital needs for its next stage of growth, we were focused on finding long-term investors who could bring both capital and experience. VRG Capital and its associates have a strong track record of investing in and supporting growing companies, together with the long-term perspective we were looking for. This financing gives NowVertical greater capacity to invest in the business, and we are pleased to welcome Kingsley Ward and his team as investors in the Company’s next chapter.”

“Having VRG Capital lead this financing is a tremendous vote of confidence in NowVertical and in the direction we have set. VRG’s track record of building and backing strong companies speaks for itself, and we greatly appreciate the support of our vision shown by Kingsley Ward and his experienced team. We are excited about what this transaction could unlock for the Company and its shareholders,” said Andre Garber, Chief Executive Officer of NowVertical.

“For more than forty years, VRG Capital has backed strong operators and supported them in building successful businesses. NowVertical is exactly the kind of opportunity we look for, led by exactly the kind of management team we look to back. Leading this financing reflects our confidence in Andre, his team, and their strategy. We look forward to standing behind this exceptional team for the long-term,” said Kingsley Ward of VRG Capital.

Each Unit will be comprised of one Class A Subordinate Voting Share in the capital of the Company (each, a “Common Share“) and one half of one Common Share purchase warrant (each whole warrant, a “Unit Warrant“). Each Unit Warrant will entitle the holder to acquire one (1) Common Share at a price of $0.20 for 24 months following the Closing Date (as defined below).

Each Convertible Debenture Unit will be comprised of $1,000 principal amount of 10% senior unsecured convertible debentures (the “Convertible Debentures“) of the Company and 2,500 Common Share purchase warrants (each, a “Debenture Warrant“). The Convertible Debentures shall mature on the date that is 36 months following the Closing Date and shall be convertible into Common Shares, at the holders’ option, at a price of $0.20 per Common Share. Each Debenture Warrant will entitle the holder to acquire one (1) Common Share at a price of $0.25 for 36 months following the Closing Date. The Company shall have the right to satisfy the payment of interest payable either in cash or Common Shares at a price equal to the Market Price (as defined under the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange (the “TSXV“)) as at the date the interest becomes due and payable, or the market price of the Common Shares on any other Canadian stock exchange on which the Common Shares are principally traded, prior to maturity.
The Company intends to use the net proceeds of the Offering to strengthen its balance sheet, support the execution of its growth strategy and for working capital and general corporate purposes.
The Offering will be offered to purchasers in all the provinces of Canada pursuant to the prospectus exemptions available under National Instrument 45-106 – Prospectus Exemptions.

In consideration for the Agent’s services, the Company will pay to the Agent a cash commission equal to 5.0% of the gross proceeds from the sale of the Units, except for sales to purchasers on a president’s list (the “President’s List”) of up to $1,000,000 on which the Company will pay a reduced cash commission of 2.5% of the gross proceeds received from those persons on the President’s List, all of which shall be payable upon the closing of the Offering. As additional compensation, the Company will issue to the Agent non-transferable broker warrants (the “Broker Warrants”) equal to 7.0% of the number of Units sold except those sold to the President’s List, pursuant to the Offering. Each Broker Warrant shall be exercisable to acquire one Unit at a price of $0.12 per Unit for a period of 24 months from the Closing Date. The Company shall pay to the Agent a commission equal to 5.0% of the gross proceeds from the sale of the Convertible Debenture Units.

Closing of the Offering is expected to take place on or about October 15, 2026 (the “Closing Date“), and is subject to certain conditions including, but not limited to, all necessary approvals of the TSXV. All securities issued under the Offering will be subject to a hold period expiring four months and one day from the Closing Date.

This news release does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any securities in the United States or any other jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful. The securities have not been and will not be registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “U.S. Securities Act”), or any state securities laws. No securities may be offered or sold to, or for the account or benefit of persons in the United States or to any U.S. persons or in any other jurisdiction in which such offer or sale would be unlawful absent registration under the U.S. Securities Act, and any applicable state securities laws or an exemption therefrom or qualification under the securities laws of such other jurisdiction or an exemption therefrom. “United States” and “U.S. persons” shall have the meaning given to them in Regulation S under the U.S. Securities Act.

About NowVertical Group Inc.

NowVertical is a global data and analytics company which helps clients transform data into tangible business value with AI, fast. Offering a comprehensive suite of solutions and services, the Company enables clients to quickly harness the full potential of their data, driving measurable outcomes and accelerating potential return on investment. Enterprises optimize decision-making, improve operational efficiency, and unlock long-term value from their data using the Company’s AI-infused first-party and third-party technologies. The Company’s scalable AI-infused delivery model enables the business to efficiently deliver data, analytics and AI solutions and services across industries and geographies.

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This news release may contain forward-looking statements and forward-looking information (collectively, “forward-looking statements”) within the meaning of applicable securities laws which reflect the Company’s current expectations regarding future events. All statements in this news release that are not purely historical statements of fact are forward-looking statements, including statements with respect to the Offering, including the intended use of proceeds, the expected Closing Date, and the approval of the TSXV with respect to the Offering and the Company’s future business plans. Although the Company believes that such statements are reasonable and reflect expectations of future developments and other factors which management believes to be reasonable and relevant, the Company can give no assurance that such expectations will prove to be correct. Forward-looking statements in this new release are based on various assumptions, including that the TSXV will approve the Offering, assumptions with respect to the closing of the Offering and that the risk factors referred to below, collectively, do not have a material impact on the Company’s business, operations, revenues and/or results. Forward-looking statements are often, but not always, identified by the use of forward-looking words such as “may”, “should”, “will”, “could”, “intend”, “estimate”, “plan”, “anticipate”, “expect”, “believe” or “continue”, or the negative thereof or similar variations. Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause future results, performance, or achievements to be materially different from the estimated future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. Such risks include, but are not limited to, that the Offering will not close on the anticipated timeline or at all on the anticipated terms; delays in obtaining TSXV approval for the Offering; risks related to the global economic, market and business conditions; governmental and regulatory requirements and actions by governmental and quasi-governmental authorities; risks related to artificial intelligence (AI) and those risks discussed under the heading “Risks and Uncertainties” in the Company’s most recent Management’s Discussion and Analysis and its other disclosure documents filed on its SEDAR+ profile at www.sedarplus.com. Forward-looking statements are provided for the purpose of providing information about management’s expectations, beliefs and plans relating to the future and are not guarantees of future performance and undue reliance should not be placed thereon, as unknown or unpredictable factors could have material adverse effects on future results, performance or achievements of the Company. Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or should assumptions underlying the forward-looking statements prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those described herein as intended, planned, anticipated, believed, estimated or expected.

All of the forward-looking statements contained in this news release are qualified by the foregoing cautionary statements, and there can be no guarantee that the results or developments that the Company anticipates will be realized or, even if substantially realized, that they will have the expected consequences or effects on the Company’s business, financial condition or results of operation. Unless otherwise noted or the context otherwise indicates, the forward-looking statements contained herein are provided as of the date hereof, and the Company does not intend, and does not assume any obligation, to update the forward-looking statements except as otherwise required by applicable law.

Further Information
For further details about NowVertical, please visit www.nowvertical.com or contact:

NowVertical Group Inc. Andre Garber Chief Executive Officer Telephone: 647-947-0223 Email: IR@nowvertical.com

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TORONTO, Oct. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — NowVertical Group Inc. (TSXV: NOW) (the “Company” or “NowVertical“) is pleased to announce the appointment of Andre Garber as Chief Executive Officer of the Company, following his appointment as Interim Chief Executive Officer in June 2026. The Company is also pleased to announce that it engaged Clarus Securities Inc. as sole agent and bookrunner (the “Agent“), in connection with a “best efforts” brokered private placement for aggregate gross proceeds of up to $15,100,000 (the “Offering”).

After conducting an executive search and assessing Mr. Garber’s past performance and contributions as Interim Chief Executive Officer and his in depth knowledge of the Company’s business and operations having previously served as the Company’s Chief Development Officer, the board of directors of the Company determined that Mr. Garber is the right person to serve as Chief Executive Officer and is uniquely positioned to lead the Company going forward.

In addition, the Company has engaged the Agent in connection with the Offering pursuant to which the Company will offer for sale up to (i) 42,500,000 units of the Company (each, a “Unit“), at a price of $0.12 per Unit, for gross proceeds of up to $5,100,000, and (ii) 10,000 convertible debenture units of the Company (the “Convertible Debenture Units“) for gross proceeds of up to $10,000,000.

VRG Capital, a Toronto-based group of family offices, will form the lead investors in the Offering.

Elaine Kunda, Chair of NowVertical commented “When the Board considered NowVertical’s capital needs for its next stage of growth, we were focused on finding long-term investors who could bring both capital and experience. VRG Capital and its associates have a strong track record of investing in and supporting growing companies, together with the long-term perspective we were looking for. This financing gives NowVertical greater capacity to invest in the business, and we are pleased to welcome Kingsley Ward and his team as investors in the Company’s next chapter.”

“Having VRG Capital lead this financing is a tremendous vote of confidence in NowVertical and in the direction we have set. VRG’s track record of building and backing strong companies speaks for itself, and we greatly appreciate the support of our vision shown by Kingsley Ward and his experienced team. We are excited about what this transaction could unlock for the Company and its shareholders,” said Andre Garber, Chief Executive Officer of NowVertical.

“For more than forty years, VRG Capital has backed strong operators and supported them in building successful businesses. NowVertical is exactly the kind of opportunity we look for, led by exactly the kind of management team we look to back. Leading this financing reflects our confidence in Andre, his team, and their strategy. We look forward to standing behind this exceptional team for the long-term,” said Kingsley Ward of VRG Capital.

Each Unit will be comprised of one Class A Subordinate Voting Share in the capital of the Company (each, a “Common Share“) and one half of one Common Share purchase warrant (each whole warrant, a “Unit Warrant“). Each Unit Warrant will entitle the holder to acquire one (1) Common Share at a price of $0.20 for 24 months following the Closing Date (as defined below).

Each Convertible Debenture Unit will be comprised of $1,000 principal amount of 10% senior unsecured convertible debentures (the “Convertible Debentures“) of the Company and 2,500 Common Share purchase warrants (each, a “Debenture Warrant“). The Convertible Debentures shall mature on the date that is 36 months following the Closing Date and shall be convertible into Common Shares, at the holders’ option, at a price of $0.20 per Common Share. Each Debenture Warrant will entitle the holder to acquire one (1) Common Share at a price of $0.25 for 36 months following the Closing Date. The Company shall have the right to satisfy the payment of interest payable either in cash or Common Shares at a price equal to the Market Price (as defined under the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange (the “TSXV“)) as at the date the interest becomes due and payable, or the market price of the Common Shares on any other Canadian stock exchange on which the Common Shares are principally traded, prior to maturity.
The Company intends to use the net proceeds of the Offering to strengthen its balance sheet, support the execution of its growth strategy and for working capital and general corporate purposes.
The Offering will be offered to purchasers in all the provinces of Canada pursuant to the prospectus exemptions available under National Instrument 45-106 – Prospectus Exemptions.

In consideration for the Agent’s services, the Company will pay to the Agent a cash commission equal to 5.0% of the gross proceeds from the sale of the Units, except for sales to purchasers on a president’s list (the “President’s List”) of up to $1,000,000 on which the Company will pay a reduced cash commission of 2.5% of the gross proceeds received from those persons on the President’s List, all of which shall be payable upon the closing of the Offering. As additional compensation, the Company will issue to the Agent non-transferable broker warrants (the “Broker Warrants”) equal to 7.0% of the number of Units sold except those sold to the President’s List, pursuant to the Offering. Each Broker Warrant shall be exercisable to acquire one Unit at a price of $0.12 per Unit for a period of 24 months from the Closing Date. The Company shall pay to the Agent a commission equal to 5.0% of the gross proceeds from the sale of the Convertible Debenture Units.

Closing of the Offering is expected to take place on or about October 15, 2026 (the “Closing Date“), and is subject to certain conditions including, but not limited to, all necessary approvals of the TSXV. All securities issued under the Offering will be subject to a hold period expiring four months and one day from the Closing Date.

This news release does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any securities in the United States or any other jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful. The securities have not been and will not be registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “U.S. Securities Act”), or any state securities laws. No securities may be offered or sold to, or for the account or benefit of persons in the United States or to any U.S. persons or in any other jurisdiction in which such offer or sale would be unlawful absent registration under the U.S. Securities Act, and any applicable state securities laws or an exemption therefrom or qualification under the securities laws of such other jurisdiction or an exemption therefrom. “United States” and “U.S. persons” shall have the meaning given to them in Regulation S under the U.S. Securities Act.

About NowVertical Group Inc.

NowVertical is a global data and analytics company which helps clients transform data into tangible business value with AI, fast. Offering a comprehensive suite of solutions and services, the Company enables clients to quickly harness the full potential of their data, driving measurable outcomes and accelerating potential return on investment. Enterprises optimize decision-making, improve operational efficiency, and unlock long-term value from their data using the Company’s AI-infused first-party and third-party technologies. The Company’s scalable AI-infused delivery model enables the business to efficiently deliver data, analytics and AI solutions and services across industries and geographies.

Cautionary Statements

This news release may contain forward-looking statements and forward-looking information (collectively, “forward-looking statements”) within the meaning of applicable securities laws which reflect the Company’s current expectations regarding future events. All statements in this news release that are not purely historical statements of fact are forward-looking statements, including statements with respect to the Offering, including the intended use of proceeds, the expected Closing Date, and the approval of the TSXV with respect to the Offering and the Company’s future business plans. Although the Company believes that such statements are reasonable and reflect expectations of future developments and other factors which management believes to be reasonable and relevant, the Company can give no assurance that such expectations will prove to be correct. Forward-looking statements in this new release are based on various assumptions, including that the TSXV will approve the Offering, assumptions with respect to the closing of the Offering and that the risk factors referred to below, collectively, do not have a material impact on the Company’s business, operations, revenues and/or results. Forward-looking statements are often, but not always, identified by the use of forward-looking words such as “may”, “should”, “will”, “could”, “intend”, “estimate”, “plan”, “anticipate”, “expect”, “believe” or “continue”, or the negative thereof or similar variations. Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause future results, performance, or achievements to be materially different from the estimated future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. Such risks include, but are not limited to, that the Offering will not close on the anticipated timeline or at all on the anticipated terms; delays in obtaining TSXV approval for the Offering; risks related to the global economic, market and business conditions; governmental and regulatory requirements and actions by governmental and quasi-governmental authorities; risks related to artificial intelligence (AI) and those risks discussed under the heading “Risks and Uncertainties” in the Company’s most recent Management’s Discussion and Analysis and its other disclosure documents filed on its SEDAR+ profile at www.sedarplus.com. Forward-looking statements are provided for the purpose of providing information about management’s expectations, beliefs and plans relating to the future and are not guarantees of future performance and undue reliance should not be placed thereon, as unknown or unpredictable factors could have material adverse effects on future results, performance or achievements of the Company. Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or should assumptions underlying the forward-looking statements prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those described herein as intended, planned, anticipated, believed, estimated or expected.

All of the forward-looking statements contained in this news release are qualified by the foregoing cautionary statements, and there can be no guarantee that the results or developments that the Company anticipates will be realized or, even if substantially realized, that they will have the expected consequences or effects on the Company’s business, financial condition or results of operation. Unless otherwise noted or the context otherwise indicates, the forward-looking statements contained herein are provided as of the date hereof, and the Company does not intend, and does not assume any obligation, to update the forward-looking statements except as otherwise required by applicable law.

Further Information
For further details about NowVertical, please visit www.nowvertical.com or contact:

NowVertical Group Inc. Andre Garber Chief Executive Officer Telephone: 647-947-0223 Email: IR@nowvertical.com

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release. No stock exchange, securities commission or other regulatory authority has approved or disapproved the information contained herein.

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TORONTO, Oct. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — NowVertical Group Inc. (TSXV: NOW) (the “Company” or “NowVertical“) is pleased to announce the appointment of Andre Garber as Chief Executive Officer of the Company, following his appointment as Interim Chief Executive Officer in June 2026. The Company is also pleased to announce that it engaged Clarus Securities Inc. as sole agent and bookrunner (the “Agent“), in connection with a “best efforts” brokered private placement for aggregate gross proceeds of up to $15,100,000 (the “Offering”).

After conducting an executive search and assessing Mr. Garber’s past performance and contributions as Interim Chief Executive Officer and his in depth knowledge of the Company’s business and operations having previously served as the Company’s Chief Development Officer, the board of directors of the Company determined that Mr. Garber is the right person to serve as Chief Executive Officer and is uniquely positioned to lead the Company going forward.

In addition, the Company has engaged the Agent in connection with the Offering pursuant to which the Company will offer for sale up to (i) 42,500,000 units of the Company (each, a “Unit“), at a price of $0.12 per Unit, for gross proceeds of up to $5,100,000, and (ii) 10,000 convertible debenture units of the Company (the “Convertible Debenture Units“) for gross proceeds of up to $10,000,000.

VRG Capital, a Toronto-based group of family offices, will form the lead investors in the Offering.

Elaine Kunda, Chair of NowVertical commented “When the Board considered NowVertical’s capital needs for its next stage of growth, we were focused on finding long-term investors who could bring both capital and experience. VRG Capital and its associates have a strong track record of investing in and supporting growing companies, together with the long-term perspective we were looking for. This financing gives NowVertical greater capacity to invest in the business, and we are pleased to welcome Kingsley Ward and his team as investors in the Company’s next chapter.”

“Having VRG Capital lead this financing is a tremendous vote of confidence in NowVertical and in the direction we have set. VRG’s track record of building and backing strong companies speaks for itself, and we greatly appreciate the support of our vision shown by Kingsley Ward and his experienced team. We are excited about what this transaction could unlock for the Company and its shareholders,” said Andre Garber, Chief Executive Officer of NowVertical.

“For more than forty years, VRG Capital has backed strong operators and supported them in building successful businesses. NowVertical is exactly the kind of opportunity we look for, led by exactly the kind of management team we look to back. Leading this financing reflects our confidence in Andre, his team, and their strategy. We look forward to standing behind this exceptional team for the long-term,” said Kingsley Ward of VRG Capital.

Each Unit will be comprised of one Class A Subordinate Voting Share in the capital of the Company (each, a “Common Share“) and one half of one Common Share purchase warrant (each whole warrant, a “Unit Warrant“). Each Unit Warrant will entitle the holder to acquire one (1) Common Share at a price of $0.20 for 24 months following the Closing Date (as defined below).

Each Convertible Debenture Unit will be comprised of $1,000 principal amount of 10% senior unsecured convertible debentures (the “Convertible Debentures“) of the Company and 2,500 Common Share purchase warrants (each, a “Debenture Warrant“). The Convertible Debentures shall mature on the date that is 36 months following the Closing Date and shall be convertible into Common Shares, at the holders’ option, at a price of $0.20 per Common Share. Each Debenture Warrant will entitle the holder to acquire one (1) Common Share at a price of $0.25 for 36 months following the Closing Date. The Company shall have the right to satisfy the payment of interest payable either in cash or Common Shares at a price equal to the Market Price (as defined under the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange (the “TSXV“)) as at the date the interest becomes due and payable, or the market price of the Common Shares on any other Canadian stock exchange on which the Common Shares are principally traded, prior to maturity.
The Company intends to use the net proceeds of the Offering to strengthen its balance sheet, support the execution of its growth strategy and for working capital and general corporate purposes.
The Offering will be offered to purchasers in all the provinces of Canada pursuant to the prospectus exemptions available under National Instrument 45-106 – Prospectus Exemptions.

In consideration for the Agent’s services, the Company will pay to the Agent a cash commission equal to 5.0% of the gross proceeds from the sale of the Units, except for sales to purchasers on a president’s list (the “President’s List”) of up to $1,000,000 on which the Company will pay a reduced cash commission of 2.5% of the gross proceeds received from those persons on the President’s List, all of which shall be payable upon the closing of the Offering. As additional compensation, the Company will issue to the Agent non-transferable broker warrants (the “Broker Warrants”) equal to 7.0% of the number of Units sold except those sold to the President’s List, pursuant to the Offering. Each Broker Warrant shall be exercisable to acquire one Unit at a price of $0.12 per Unit for a period of 24 months from the Closing Date. The Company shall pay to the Agent a commission equal to 5.0% of the gross proceeds from the sale of the Convertible Debenture Units.

Closing of the Offering is expected to take place on or about October 15, 2026 (the “Closing Date“), and is subject to certain conditions including, but not limited to, all necessary approvals of the TSXV. All securities issued under the Offering will be subject to a hold period expiring four months and one day from the Closing Date.

This news release does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any securities in the United States or any other jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful. The securities have not been and will not be registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “U.S. Securities Act”), or any state securities laws. No securities may be offered or sold to, or for the account or benefit of persons in the United States or to any U.S. persons or in any other jurisdiction in which such offer or sale would be unlawful absent registration under the U.S. Securities Act, and any applicable state securities laws or an exemption therefrom or qualification under the securities laws of such other jurisdiction or an exemption therefrom. “United States” and “U.S. persons” shall have the meaning given to them in Regulation S under the U.S. Securities Act.

About NowVertical Group Inc.

NowVertical is a global data and analytics company which helps clients transform data into tangible business value with AI, fast. Offering a comprehensive suite of solutions and services, the Company enables clients to quickly harness the full potential of their data, driving measurable outcomes and accelerating potential return on investment. Enterprises optimize decision-making, improve operational efficiency, and unlock long-term value from their data using the Company’s AI-infused first-party and third-party technologies. The Company’s scalable AI-infused delivery model enables the business to efficiently deliver data, analytics and AI solutions and services across industries and geographies.

Cautionary Statements

This news release may contain forward-looking statements and forward-looking information (collectively, “forward-looking statements”) within the meaning of applicable securities laws which reflect the Company’s current expectations regarding future events. All statements in this news release that are not purely historical statements of fact are forward-looking statements, including statements with respect to the Offering, including the intended use of proceeds, the expected Closing Date, and the approval of the TSXV with respect to the Offering and the Company’s future business plans. Although the Company believes that such statements are reasonable and reflect expectations of future developments and other factors which management believes to be reasonable and relevant, the Company can give no assurance that such expectations will prove to be correct. Forward-looking statements in this new release are based on various assumptions, including that the TSXV will approve the Offering, assumptions with respect to the closing of the Offering and that the risk factors referred to below, collectively, do not have a material impact on the Company’s business, operations, revenues and/or results. Forward-looking statements are often, but not always, identified by the use of forward-looking words such as “may”, “should”, “will”, “could”, “intend”, “estimate”, “plan”, “anticipate”, “expect”, “believe” or “continue”, or the negative thereof or similar variations. Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause future results, performance, or achievements to be materially different from the estimated future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. Such risks include, but are not limited to, that the Offering will not close on the anticipated timeline or at all on the anticipated terms; delays in obtaining TSXV approval for the Offering; risks related to the global economic, market and business conditions; governmental and regulatory requirements and actions by governmental and quasi-governmental authorities; risks related to artificial intelligence (AI) and those risks discussed under the heading “Risks and Uncertainties” in the Company’s most recent Management’s Discussion and Analysis and its other disclosure documents filed on its SEDAR+ profile at www.sedarplus.com. Forward-looking statements are provided for the purpose of providing information about management’s expectations, beliefs and plans relating to the future and are not guarantees of future performance and undue reliance should not be placed thereon, as unknown or unpredictable factors could have material adverse effects on future results, performance or achievements of the Company. Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or should assumptions underlying the forward-looking statements prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those described herein as intended, planned, anticipated, believed, estimated or expected.

All of the forward-looking statements contained in this news release are qualified by the foregoing cautionary statements, and there can be no guarantee that the results or developments that the Company anticipates will be realized or, even if substantially realized, that they will have the expected consequences or effects on the Company’s business, financial condition or results of operation. Unless otherwise noted or the context otherwise indicates, the forward-looking statements contained herein are provided as of the date hereof, and the Company does not intend, and does not assume any obligation, to update the forward-looking statements except as otherwise required by applicable law.

Further Information
For further details about NowVertical, please visit www.nowvertical.com or contact:

NowVertical Group Inc. Andre Garber Chief Executive Officer Telephone: 647-947-0223 Email: IR@nowvertical.com

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release. No stock exchange, securities commission or other regulatory authority has approved or disapproved the information contained herein.

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bread Financial^® Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: BFH), a tech-forward financial services company that provides simple, personalized payment, lending and saving solutions will host a conference call on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. ET to discuss the company’s third quarter 2026 results.

Conference Call/Webcast Information
Participants can register in advance here, and the conference call will be available at the company’s investor relations website. Analysts planning to participate in the Q&A can register in advance here. Additionally, there will be several slides accompanying the webcast. Please go to the website at least 15 minutes prior to the call to register, as well as download and install any necessary software. The webcast will also be archived on the investor relations website.

About Bread Financial^® 
Bread Financial^® (NYSE: BFH) is a tech-forward financial services company that provides simple, personalized payment, lending and saving solutions to millions of U.S. consumers. Our payment solutions deliver growth for some of the most recognized brands in travel & entertainment, specialty apparel, health & beauty, jewelry, sporting goods, technology and electronics, as well as home & furniture through our co-brand and private label credit cards and pay-over-time products providing choice and value to our shared customers. Additionally, we offer Bread Financial general purpose credit cards and saving products that empower our customers and their passions for a better life.​ 

Bread Financial proudly marks 30 years of success in 2026. To learn more about our global associates, our performance and our sustainability progress, visit breadfinancial.com or follow us on Instagram and LinkedIn.

Contacts
Brian Vereb — Investor Relations
Brian.Vereb@breadfinancial.com

Susan Haugen – Investor Relations
Susan.Haugen@breadfinancial.com

Rachel Stultz — Media
Rachel.Stultz@breadfinancial.com  

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bread Financial^® Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: BFH), a tech-forward financial services company that provides simple, personalized payment, lending and saving solutions will host a conference call on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. ET to discuss the company’s third quarter 2026 results.

Conference Call/Webcast Information
Participants can register in advance here, and the conference call will be available at the company’s investor relations website. Analysts planning to participate in the Q&A can register in advance here. Additionally, there will be several slides accompanying the webcast. Please go to the website at least 15 minutes prior to the call to register, as well as download and install any necessary software. The webcast will also be archived on the investor relations website.

About Bread Financial^® 
Bread Financial^® (NYSE: BFH) is a tech-forward financial services company that provides simple, personalized payment, lending and saving solutions to millions of U.S. consumers. Our payment solutions deliver growth for some of the most recognized brands in travel & entertainment, specialty apparel, health & beauty, jewelry, sporting goods, technology and electronics, as well as home & furniture through our co-brand and private label credit cards and pay-over-time products providing choice and value to our shared customers. Additionally, we offer Bread Financial general purpose credit cards and saving products that empower our customers and their passions for a better life.​ 

Bread Financial proudly marks 30 years of success in 2026. To learn more about our global associates, our performance and our sustainability progress, visit breadfinancial.com or follow us on Instagram and LinkedIn.

Contacts
Brian Vereb — Investor Relations
Brian.Vereb@breadfinancial.com

Susan Haugen – Investor Relations
Susan.Haugen@breadfinancial.com

Rachel Stultz — Media
Rachel.Stultz@breadfinancial.com  

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bread Financial^® Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: BFH), a tech-forward financial services company that provides simple, personalized payment, lending and saving solutions will host a conference call on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. ET to discuss the company’s third quarter 2026 results.

Conference Call/Webcast Information
Participants can register in advance here, and the conference call will be available at the company’s investor relations website. Analysts planning to participate in the Q&A can register in advance here. Additionally, there will be several slides accompanying the webcast. Please go to the website at least 15 minutes prior to the call to register, as well as download and install any necessary software. The webcast will also be archived on the investor relations website.

About Bread Financial^® 
Bread Financial^® (NYSE: BFH) is a tech-forward financial services company that provides simple, personalized payment, lending and saving solutions to millions of U.S. consumers. Our payment solutions deliver growth for some of the most recognized brands in travel & entertainment, specialty apparel, health & beauty, jewelry, sporting goods, technology and electronics, as well as home & furniture through our co-brand and private label credit cards and pay-over-time products providing choice and value to our shared customers. Additionally, we offer Bread Financial general purpose credit cards and saving products that empower our customers and their passions for a better life.​ 

Bread Financial proudly marks 30 years of success in 2026. To learn more about our global associates, our performance and our sustainability progress, visit breadfinancial.com or follow us on Instagram and LinkedIn.

Contacts
Brian Vereb — Investor Relations
Brian.Vereb@breadfinancial.com

Susan Haugen – Investor Relations
Susan.Haugen@breadfinancial.com

Rachel Stultz — Media
Rachel.Stultz@breadfinancial.com  

DES PLAINES, Ill., Oct. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — (TSX: NFI, OTC: NFYEF, TSX: NFI.DB) NFI Group Inc. (NFI), a leading manufacturer of buses and motorcoaches and a provider of comprehensive aftermarket parts and service solutions, subsidiary Motor Coach Industries (MCI), today announced that New York City Transit (NYCT) has awarded a contract for 92 MCI D45 CRT commuter coaches.

Supported by state, local, and Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) funding, the new coaches will replace aging vehicles operating on express bus routes, helping deliver comfortable, efficient transportation for customers. The order has been added to NFI’s third quarter 2026 backlog.

The MCI D45 CRT is purpose-built for high-capacity commuter and express operations, combining passenger comfort with the durability and performance transit agencies expect from MCI coaches.

“New York City Transit plays a vital role in connecting communities of the world’s largest and most dynamic metropolitan regions,” said Rob Marion, President, MCI. “We are proud to continue our longstanding partnership with NYCT and the broader MTA family by delivering high-quality commuter coaches that will enhance the customer experience and support consistent express bus service for riders. This investment reflects NYCT’s continued commitment to modernizing its fleet and providing safe, comfortable transportation for the millions of riders who depend on public transit every day.”

NYCT is a part of the MTA, which operates North America’s largest transportation network. The MTA oversees the nation’s largest bus fleet and more subway and commuter rail cars than all other U.S. transit systems combined, serving a population of 15.3 million across 5,000 square miles in New York City, Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut.

About NFI

NFI is a leading global bus and motorcoach manufacturer and a provider of aftermarket parts and service solutions. With more than 9,000 team members across ten countries and operations spanning over 40 facilities, NFI delivers a comprehensive portfolio of bus and coach platforms.

Through its brands New Flyer^® (heavy-duty transit buses), MCI^® (motorcoaches), Alexander Dennis Limited (single- and double-deck buses), ARBOC^® (low-floor cutaway and medium-duty buses), and NFI Parts™, NFI supports a diverse and extensive portfolio, serving public transit, commuter, and coach markets. In total, NFI supports an installed base of more than 100,000 buses and coaches worldwide. NFI offers a broad range of propulsion systems, including zero-emission electric (referring to propulsion systems that do not utilize internal combustion engines, such as trolley, battery, and fuel cell), natural gas, electric hybrid, and advanced diesel technologies, providing agencies with multiple fleet technology options. NFI’s common shares trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: NFI) and its convertible unsecured debentures trade under the symbol NFI.DB. News and information is available at www.nfigroup.com, www.newflyer.com, www.mcicoach.com, nfi.parts, www.alexander-dennis.com, arbocsv.com, and carfaircomposites.com.

About MCI

MCI is North America’s leading manufacturer of public and private market motorcoaches. Products include the luxury J Series (an industry best-seller for more than two decades) and the workhorse D Series. MCI also provides maintenance, repair, 24-hour roadside assistance, parts, and technician training through the industry’s only Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) accredited and award-winning MCI Academy.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release may contain forward-looking statements relating to expected future events and financial and operating results of NFI that involve risks and uncertainties. Although the forward-looking statements contained in this press release are based upon what management believes to be reasonable assumptions, investors cannot be assured that actual results will be consistent with these forward-looking statements, and the differences may be material. Actual results may differ materially from management expectations as projected in such forward-looking statements for a variety of reasons, including market and general economic conditions (including as a result of tariffs and other trade measures) and economic conditions of and funding availability for customers to purchase buses and to purchase parts or services (including as a result of recent U.S. policy developments); customers may not exercise options to purchase additional buses; the ability of customers to suspend or terminate contracts for convenience; production may be delayed or production rates may be decreased as a result of ongoing and future supply chain disruptions and shortages of parts and components, shipping and freight delays, and disruption to and shortage of labor supply; and the other risks and uncertainties discussed in the materials filed with the Canadian securities regulatory authorities and available on SEDAR at www.sedarplus.ca.  

Due to the potential impact of these factors, NFI disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, unless required by applicable law. 

For media inquiries, please contact: 
Melissa Schnee 
P: 385.910.6861 
Melissa_Schnee@newflyer.com 

For investor inquiries, please contact: 
Stephen King 
P: 204.792.1300 
Stephen.King@nfigroup.com 

A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/8a2cd546-f090-44f5-b72f-6c5fbcb8a0e4

DES PLAINES, Ill., Oct. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — (TSX: NFI, OTC: NFYEF, TSX: NFI.DB) NFI Group Inc. (NFI), a leading manufacturer of buses and motorcoaches and a provider of comprehensive aftermarket parts and service solutions, subsidiary Motor Coach Industries (MCI), today announced that New York City Transit (NYCT) has awarded a contract for 92 MCI D45 CRT commuter coaches.

Supported by state, local, and Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) funding, the new coaches will replace aging vehicles operating on express bus routes, helping deliver comfortable, efficient transportation for customers. The order has been added to NFI’s third quarter 2026 backlog.

The MCI D45 CRT is purpose-built for high-capacity commuter and express operations, combining passenger comfort with the durability and performance transit agencies expect from MCI coaches.

“New York City Transit plays a vital role in connecting communities of the world’s largest and most dynamic metropolitan regions,” said Rob Marion, President, MCI. “We are proud to continue our longstanding partnership with NYCT and the broader MTA family by delivering high-quality commuter coaches that will enhance the customer experience and support consistent express bus service for riders. This investment reflects NYCT’s continued commitment to modernizing its fleet and providing safe, comfortable transportation for the millions of riders who depend on public transit every day.”

NYCT is a part of the MTA, which operates North America’s largest transportation network. The MTA oversees the nation’s largest bus fleet and more subway and commuter rail cars than all other U.S. transit systems combined, serving a population of 15.3 million across 5,000 square miles in New York City, Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut.

About NFI

NFI is a leading global bus and motorcoach manufacturer and a provider of aftermarket parts and service solutions. With more than 9,000 team members across ten countries and operations spanning over 40 facilities, NFI delivers a comprehensive portfolio of bus and coach platforms.

Through its brands New Flyer^® (heavy-duty transit buses), MCI^® (motorcoaches), Alexander Dennis Limited (single- and double-deck buses), ARBOC^® (low-floor cutaway and medium-duty buses), and NFI Parts™, NFI supports a diverse and extensive portfolio, serving public transit, commuter, and coach markets. In total, NFI supports an installed base of more than 100,000 buses and coaches worldwide. NFI offers a broad range of propulsion systems, including zero-emission electric (referring to propulsion systems that do not utilize internal combustion engines, such as trolley, battery, and fuel cell), natural gas, electric hybrid, and advanced diesel technologies, providing agencies with multiple fleet technology options. NFI’s common shares trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: NFI) and its convertible unsecured debentures trade under the symbol NFI.DB. News and information is available at www.nfigroup.com, www.newflyer.com, www.mcicoach.com, nfi.parts, www.alexander-dennis.com, arbocsv.com, and carfaircomposites.com.

About MCI

MCI is North America’s leading manufacturer of public and private market motorcoaches. Products include the luxury J Series (an industry best-seller for more than two decades) and the workhorse D Series. MCI also provides maintenance, repair, 24-hour roadside assistance, parts, and technician training through the industry’s only Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) accredited and award-winning MCI Academy.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release may contain forward-looking statements relating to expected future events and financial and operating results of NFI that involve risks and uncertainties. Although the forward-looking statements contained in this press release are based upon what management believes to be reasonable assumptions, investors cannot be assured that actual results will be consistent with these forward-looking statements, and the differences may be material. Actual results may differ materially from management expectations as projected in such forward-looking statements for a variety of reasons, including market and general economic conditions (including as a result of tariffs and other trade measures) and economic conditions of and funding availability for customers to purchase buses and to purchase parts or services (including as a result of recent U.S. policy developments); customers may not exercise options to purchase additional buses; the ability of customers to suspend or terminate contracts for convenience; production may be delayed or production rates may be decreased as a result of ongoing and future supply chain disruptions and shortages of parts and components, shipping and freight delays, and disruption to and shortage of labor supply; and the other risks and uncertainties discussed in the materials filed with the Canadian securities regulatory authorities and available on SEDAR at www.sedarplus.ca.  

Due to the potential impact of these factors, NFI disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, unless required by applicable law. 

For media inquiries, please contact: 
Melissa Schnee 
P: 385.910.6861 
Melissa_Schnee@newflyer.com 

For investor inquiries, please contact: 
Stephen King 
P: 204.792.1300 
Stephen.King@nfigroup.com 

A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/8a2cd546-f090-44f5-b72f-6c5fbcb8a0e4

DES PLAINES, Ill., Oct. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — (TSX: NFI, OTC: NFYEF, TSX: NFI.DB) NFI Group Inc. (NFI), a leading manufacturer of buses and motorcoaches and a provider of comprehensive aftermarket parts and service solutions, subsidiary Motor Coach Industries (MCI), today announced that New York City Transit (NYCT) has awarded a contract for 92 MCI D45 CRT commuter coaches.

Supported by state, local, and Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) funding, the new coaches will replace aging vehicles operating on express bus routes, helping deliver comfortable, efficient transportation for customers. The order has been added to NFI’s third quarter 2026 backlog.

The MCI D45 CRT is purpose-built for high-capacity commuter and express operations, combining passenger comfort with the durability and performance transit agencies expect from MCI coaches.

“New York City Transit plays a vital role in connecting communities of the world’s largest and most dynamic metropolitan regions,” said Rob Marion, President, MCI. “We are proud to continue our longstanding partnership with NYCT and the broader MTA family by delivering high-quality commuter coaches that will enhance the customer experience and support consistent express bus service for riders. This investment reflects NYCT’s continued commitment to modernizing its fleet and providing safe, comfortable transportation for the millions of riders who depend on public transit every day.”

NYCT is a part of the MTA, which operates North America’s largest transportation network. The MTA oversees the nation’s largest bus fleet and more subway and commuter rail cars than all other U.S. transit systems combined, serving a population of 15.3 million across 5,000 square miles in New York City, Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut.

About NFI

NFI is a leading global bus and motorcoach manufacturer and a provider of aftermarket parts and service solutions. With more than 9,000 team members across ten countries and operations spanning over 40 facilities, NFI delivers a comprehensive portfolio of bus and coach platforms.

Through its brands New Flyer^® (heavy-duty transit buses), MCI^® (motorcoaches), Alexander Dennis Limited (single- and double-deck buses), ARBOC^® (low-floor cutaway and medium-duty buses), and NFI Parts™, NFI supports a diverse and extensive portfolio, serving public transit, commuter, and coach markets. In total, NFI supports an installed base of more than 100,000 buses and coaches worldwide. NFI offers a broad range of propulsion systems, including zero-emission electric (referring to propulsion systems that do not utilize internal combustion engines, such as trolley, battery, and fuel cell), natural gas, electric hybrid, and advanced diesel technologies, providing agencies with multiple fleet technology options. NFI’s common shares trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: NFI) and its convertible unsecured debentures trade under the symbol NFI.DB. News and information is available at www.nfigroup.com, www.newflyer.com, www.mcicoach.com, nfi.parts, www.alexander-dennis.com, arbocsv.com, and carfaircomposites.com.

About MCI

MCI is North America’s leading manufacturer of public and private market motorcoaches. Products include the luxury J Series (an industry best-seller for more than two decades) and the workhorse D Series. MCI also provides maintenance, repair, 24-hour roadside assistance, parts, and technician training through the industry’s only Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) accredited and award-winning MCI Academy.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release may contain forward-looking statements relating to expected future events and financial and operating results of NFI that involve risks and uncertainties. Although the forward-looking statements contained in this press release are based upon what management believes to be reasonable assumptions, investors cannot be assured that actual results will be consistent with these forward-looking statements, and the differences may be material. Actual results may differ materially from management expectations as projected in such forward-looking statements for a variety of reasons, including market and general economic conditions (including as a result of tariffs and other trade measures) and economic conditions of and funding availability for customers to purchase buses and to purchase parts or services (including as a result of recent U.S. policy developments); customers may not exercise options to purchase additional buses; the ability of customers to suspend or terminate contracts for convenience; production may be delayed or production rates may be decreased as a result of ongoing and future supply chain disruptions and shortages of parts and components, shipping and freight delays, and disruption to and shortage of labor supply; and the other risks and uncertainties discussed in the materials filed with the Canadian securities regulatory authorities and available on SEDAR at www.sedarplus.ca.  

Due to the potential impact of these factors, NFI disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, unless required by applicable law. 

For media inquiries, please contact: 
Melissa Schnee 
P: 385.910.6861 
Melissa_Schnee@newflyer.com 

For investor inquiries, please contact: 
Stephen King 
P: 204.792.1300 
Stephen.King@nfigroup.com 

A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/8a2cd546-f090-44f5-b72f-6c5fbcb8a0e4